Wed, Apr-18-12, 12:08
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Senior Member
Posts: 106
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Plan: Protein Power
Stats: 230/230/130
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Progress: 0%
Location: Northern California
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I'm really liking the DVD's because I don't have to try to keep up appearances for anyone. I can just focus on the tai chi itself. But it's a little hard, since I don't know much about tai chi, and I'm finding it hard to get much from books and websites. I've started the David Dorian Ross DVD. He talks a LOT, sometimes interfering with my focus and relaxation. Not sure I like that approach.
One of the best things I've found is Al Simon's ChiFusion. He has some sample lessons (caution--if you subscribe to see the sample lesson prepare to be bombarded with emails selling his program!) and free YouTube videos and I've learned a ton from each one. BUT, his program is very expensive--if you don't buy it right away you get a 50% off offer, but it's still too expensive for my budget.
I've found that even practicing just 15 minutes a day is helpful. I get very relaxed and focused. On weekends when I have more time, I'll spend close to an hour, just focusing on posture, breathing, hand position, or whatever.
I also love that I can do this in my office (with the door closed), even sitting in a chair (I do just neck and shoulder warm ups and the arm movements) or in the evening when I have a few minutes. The aerobic and resistance stuff has to be done early in the day if at all (too tired later and it revs me up when I need to wind down if I wait until I'm rested enough), and I'm at my worst in the mornings.
I even go through my "form" at night when I'm brushing my teeth--it helps me relax for bed!
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